In case you haven’t noticed, there has been a resurgence of burlesque in the last 20 years. What is burlesque? Wikipedia defines it as “a literary, dramatic or musical work intended to cause laughter by caricaturing the manner or spirit of serious works, or by ludicrous treatment of their subject”. The modern version has more of a variety show format. I can tell you that burlesque is alive and well and thriving in Vancouver, if the number of shows is any evidence. If you wish to take in a burlesque show, there are a number to choose from with each show offering something titillating for the senses. For starters, this Friday, March 29th the Rio Theatre, 1660 East Broadway, has a cast of burlesque performers including 60s GoGo dancers, jugglers and belly dancers in a presentation of Paris a Minuit. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and show starts at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door.
If you miss that performance, the Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street, has a Taboo Revue Burlesque show this Saturday, March 30th. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. and show starts at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. If those dates don’t fit your schedule, every Sunday night at The Biltmore Cabaret, 2755 Prince Edward Street, you will find Kitty Nights Burlesque showcasing burlesque originating in New York City for all of $7.00. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. and show starts at 9:00 p.m. This show is deemed to be the “Best Place to Meet New People” and listed as one of the top things to do in Vancouver by Lonely Planet travelers. They can’t all be wrong.
Photo Credit: Voracious V
Tags: Burlesque, East Vancouver, Kitty Nights Burlesque, Paris a Minuit, Rio Theatre, Taboo Revue Burlesque, The Biltmore Cabaret, Voracious V, Wise Hall
If you are passionate about supporting local designers, then this is the place to be next weekend. The 6th Annual Nifty for Fifty Sale takes place on Sunday, April 14th at the Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street. This blowout sale features over 30 Vancouver designers including Adhesif Clothing, Daub & Design and MeiKu Designs. It is way for local designers to give back to their loyal customers, as all items are priced $50 or less. You will find clothing, shoes, hats and women’s accessories as well as a few vintage items. The sale runs from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Admission is $1.00 at the door. As many of the vendors are cash only, you may wish to make a stop at the ATM first so you don’t miss out on that great find. There will be many, here is a sample of a few of them.
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